Celebrate International Education Week 2020
November 16-20, 2020, York University joins education institutions from more than 100 countries around the world in celebrating International Education Week (IEW). IEW is an annual celebration of international education and exchange worldwide that highlights the importance of international education, promotes the benefits of education abroad and exchanges and recognizes the contributions of international students in strengthening international and intercultural understanding.
York-IEW activities include promotional activities and events organized throughout the week to recognize international students, education abroad, andglobal engagement.
2020 York University International Education Week Schedule
Click on each day to read about the activities planned to celebrate International EducationWeek and How to Sign up.
Monday, November 16
10:00 – 11:30am
Globally Networked Learning Information session
Are you a York University faculty member or Partner who is interested in student-centered learning and open pedagogy? Are you planning to develop and mount a GNL course? We are excited that are you planning to engage in a GNL-enhanced course this year and we would love to support you! Register for the Globally Networked Learning Info Session
12:00 – 1:00pm
Exchange Q&A
Students interested in participating in a York University International exchange program must attend at least one Exchange Q&A. The session will recap the key points from the Information Session video, answer your questions, and give the submission code for the Exchange Application. Register for the Exchange Q&A
12:00 – 1:00pm
Global Internships Q&A
Interested in participating in a funded international internship? Join us at the Global Internships Q&A Zoom session to find out more about program requirements and the application process. Register for the Global Internships Q&A
Tuesday, November 17
1:00 – 2:30pm
Virtual Coffee Break – Where can my degree take me?
Register for the Virtual Coffee Break
Wednesday, November 18
12:00 -1:00pm
Short-Term and Summer Programs Q&A
Curious about York U Summer Abroad courses? Looking to take some courses overseas? York University offers courses taught by York faculty members and York University partners that will help you to gain an international perspective while working towards your degree. Register for the Short-Term and Summer Programs Q&A
6:00pm-7:30pm
RBC-Schulich Enterprise Forum Presents: Globalization 2.0 – The Shape of Things to Come
Join our panel of experts for a thought-provoking discussion of what the world of business will look like post COVID-19. Gain strategic insights into how your business can exploit the opportunities that will emerge in a new world reshaped by the pandemic. Register for the RBC-Schulich forum
Thursday, November 19
9:30 – 10:30am
Prepare for YorkU Webinar
This webinar will help you understand what to expect during your time as a YorkU student including a fun virtual tour that will give you a snapshot of what you will see when you eventually arrive in Toronto. We will introduce you to some aspects of campus life, campus culture, academic basics and what to do for fun. Register for the Prepare for YorkU Webinar.
2:30 – 3:30pm
Virtual Coffee Break – Sleep Strategies for Optimized Learning
Staying at home all the time can get your sleep schedule out of tune. Does this sound like you? Then join our session where we’ll go through some strategies that will get you better sleep and hopefully, better grades! Register for this Virtual Coffee Break.
2:30 – 3:30pm
Global Internships Q&A
Interested in participating in a funded international internship? Interested in participating in a funded international internship? Join us at the Global Internships Q&A Zoom session to find out more about program requirements and the application process. Register for the Global Internships Q&A
5:30 – 6:30pm
Exchange Q&A
Students interested in participating in a York University international exchange program must attend at least one Exchange Q&A. The session will recap the key points from the Information Session video, answer your questions, and give the submission code for the Exchange Application. Register for the Exchange Q&A
8:00 – 9:00 pm (9am Manila time)
Meeting with Philippine Dance Study Program (AMPD, York International and Philippine partners)
Friday, November 20
10:00am- 12:00pm:
EIC Student Focus Group
1:00 – 2:30pm
Virtual Coffee Break – Learning Learning Languages with YI
Come and join us this Friday to learn some languages! It’s always good to know new things and communicate with others. Learn Spanish, Vietnamese and Bangla with us and share your learning language story. Register for the Virtual Coffee Break
2:00-4:00pm
Living in Reciprocity: Black, Brown and Indigenous Solidarities Webinar
This webinar / teach-in brings together three influential public intellectuals–Leanne Betasamosake Simpson, Robyn Maynard, and Shama Rangwala–in a conversation about the possibilities for cross-community alliance in the struggles against anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism. Register for the Living in Reciprocity webinar
Tuesday, November 24
10:00am- 11:00pm
The Evolution of Employment: Job Searching During Covid-19
Hosted by GoinGlobal ‘The Evolution of Employment: Job Searching During Covid-19′ will feature the combined insights of worldwide employment experts for a global perspective on the evolution of employment during Covid-19. Register for the Evolution of Employment webinar
Connect with York University!
Curious about York University’s International Student Support Services and Go Global programs? Connect with York International on Instagram or contact us if you have any questions.
Watch York students discuss the Impact of International Education
IEW 2020 Resources
Visit the following links for more information:
NAFSA IEW 2020
CBIE Virtual Conference
British Council IEW 2020- Around the World
IEW Archives
2019 International Education Week at York
2018 International Education Week at York
2017 International Education Week at York
